Physics: Calculating Force Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the formula for calculating force?

F=ma

If you are given force and acceleration, what are you missing?

mass

If you are given force and mass, what are you missing?

acceleration

What unit do you use for force?

N (newtons) Signup and view all the answers

What unit do you use for mass?

kg Signup and view all the answers

What do you use for acceleration?

m/s2 Signup and view all the answers

What is kg x m/s2 equal to?

N Signup and view all the answers

How do you calculate acceleration when given force and mass?

a = force(N) / m(kg) Signup and view all the answers

How do you calculate mass when given force and acceleration?

m = force(N) / a(m/s2) Signup and view all the answers

How do you calculate force when given mass and acceleration?

F = m(kg) x a(m/s2) Signup and view all the answers

What is Newton's Second Law of Motion?

Acceleration is affected by the mass and the force of an object. Signup and view all the answers

Who is associated with the concept of Tension?

Agnes Pockels Signup and view all the answers

Who is associated with the concept of Spring?

Robert Hooke Signup and view all the answers

Who is associated with the concept of Friction?

Leonardo da Vinci Signup and view all the answers

Who is associated with the concept of Air Resistance?

Galileo Galilei Signup and view all the answers

Who is associated with the concept of Gravity?

Isaac Newton Signup and view all the answers

What is Newton's First Law of Motion?

A force is required to move something. Signup and view all the answers

What is Newton's Third Law of Motion?

Every force has an equal and opposite reaction force. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of Friction?

Brakes on a car Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of Spring?

Rubber bands Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of Car Driving?

Rolling friction Signup and view all the answers

What does Newton's First Law represent?

Inertia Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Force Calculation Basics

Formula for calculating force is ( F = ma ) (Force = mass x acceleration).
The unit for force is Newtons (N).
Mass is measured in kilograms (kg).
Acceleration is expressed in meters per second squared (m/s²).

Deriving Elements of Force

To calculate acceleration when given force and mass: ( a = \frac{Force (N)}{Mass (kg)} ).
To calculate mass from force and acceleration: ( m = \frac{Force (N)}{Acceleration (m/s²)} ).
To calculate force from mass and acceleration: ( Force (N) = Mass (kg) \times Acceleration (m/s²) ).
Relationship: ( kg \times m/s² = N ) demonstrates how units relate to force.

Newton's Laws of Motion

Newton's Second Law states that acceleration of an object is influenced by its mass and the applied force.
Newton's First Law asserts that a force is necessary to change the state of motion of an object; often associated with the concept of inertia.
Newton's Third Law indicates that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction force.

Key Contributions to Physics

Agnes Pockels contributed to the understanding of tension.
Robert Hooke is known for his work with springs.
Leonardo da Vinci studied friction's effects.
Galileo Galilei researched air resistance.
Isaac Newton’s work developed the concept of gravity.

Applications of Physical Concepts

Friction can be observed in car brakes, demonstrating the force that opposes motion.
Springs, such as rubber bands, illustrate potential energy storage and force application.
Rolling friction is experienced when a car drives, affecting its motion and speed.

Associated Concepts

Inertia, as described in Newton's First Law, relates to the resistance of any physical object to any change in its velocity.

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Test your knowledge of the fundamental concepts related to force in physics with these flashcards. Each card provides a definition or formula that is essential for understanding the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration.